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The rooms are all very nice and air conditioned... - Review of Mariposario Montezuma Gardens

Montezuma Gardens is located in a quiet area just outside of town. It is about a 15 min walk to the upper waterfall and you don't have to hike up the hill to go there since the trail starts at the Mariposario. I walked up and down the hill every day and never ended up taking a taxi. I hiked 10 km in Cabo Blanco one day and then back up the hill. The staff ordered delivery pizza for me that night! They are very good to book tours if you want. The rooms are all very nice and air conditioned with ensuite. The showers have North American style taps which was nice. The breakfast was very good every day and there was a good variety of food served. Ryan and the staff were very friendly and I felt at home there.

Room Tip: All the rooms are good. The view from the breakfast area is great so I was okay with not having a ba...

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Stayed March 2013, traveled solo

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Ask Adventurer42 about Mariposario Montezuma Gardens

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One of the best place to stay in Costa Rica. People are very nice and very helpful.One of the best thing in this place? THE BREAKFAST, they will give you one big bowl of all kind fruits which it's really good.I wish we could go back again soon, it's just too expensive to go vacation.Very close to the waterfall..For sure we wanna go back one day..Thanks a lot...

Stayed February 2013, traveled with family

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We stayed for most of a week at at the Mariposaria, and loved it. Ryan was a very down-to-earth and helpful host, with detailed knowledge about the area, attractions, transportation. The B & B has four guest rooms, all comfortable, clean and private, each with a private bath. The first floor terrace where breakfast was served was a beautiful, breezy space overlooking their grounds, with a small glimpse of the ocean. Breakfasts were delicious, and for a nominal additional fee, and with notice the cook, lunch was available, and was some of the best food we ate while in the area. Ryan brews his own beer, with a limited supply available to guests-- and easily the best beer in the country.

They are located a short distance above and away from Montezuma's nightlife--a plus for us, but close enough for anyone to take part in town action, if they wish. We braved the hike up the hill to the lodge each day, but others will opt for a cheap cab rides from the town. A short hike from the B & B is the waterfall that everyone visiting the area hears about. We dove in the pool and swung from the rope swing, and hung out in the cool oasis.

If we visit Montezuma again the Mariposario will be our first choice for lodgings.

Room Tip: Not a bad room in the place; one or two of the four have a private balcony, but there's ample ou...

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Stayed March 2013, traveled as a couple

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I had such a great time with the guys and gals at the Mariposario last December. They were just the best. Ryan and his staff greeted us in the middle of the night and ordered us some Pizza. I would also check out their beers they brew there. After a few days of Imperial beer, the only beer in Costa Rica on the West side, it was refreshing to have a taste of there brew :) I will be taking some students in December for a photo trip and we shall be staying here for sure :)

Stayed December 2012, traveled on business

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Ask Frenchbroadimaging about Mariposario Montezuma Gardens

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My husband and I spent 3 days and nights here and on our final morning did not want to leave. The location was spectacular, away from the hustle and bustle of the town perched up on a hill overlooking a butterfly garden and a canopy of trees with monkeys and birds. This was the view from our room and from the eating area where delicious, nutritious breakfasts were served daily. We also had free use of the kitchen after 2 pm, although we usually ate out at local restaurants which were excellent, like Sano Banano. It is a short walk from the b+b to a beautiful waterfall. We enjoyed it all! We even did the zip lining a short walk up the hill, as well as horseback riding along the beach. The staff was extremely helpful in booking tours and suggesting restaurants. We hooked up with some of the other people staying at this b+b, and went to see the Superbowl game in a local town where a Costa Rican lady cooked us up an awesome dinner (casado). We enjoyed drinks and dinner and it felt like we were in someone's living room watching the game with fellow Canadians and Americans. Thanks to Ryan who runs Mariposeria, for including us in the Superbowl celebration. You sure don't receive this kind of personal service in a hotel setting!Finally, the room was clean with fresh towels and linen, and a comfortable bed.10/10! I would go back in a heartbeat!

Room Tip: Ask for rooms with balcony ( worth the few extra dollars).

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Stayed February 2013, traveled as a couple

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Ask Vicki E about Mariposario Montezuma Gardens

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We were very happy to find a clean and reasonably priced room in Montezuma and can highly recommend Mariposario. As raw foodists, we were especially happy to be able to store some fresh fruits and veggies in their fridge and even make our own salad at night with no problems. It is quiet and away from the traffic that you hear in the center of town but close enough to everything. The owner is very helpful and spent a lot of time giving us tips for what to explore in the area. Thank you for your hospitality!

Room Tip: Walk up to the Anamaya next door and use their far infrared sauna for $10 pp - and enjoy the view...

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Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple

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Ask HappyRTW about Mariposario Montezuma Gardens

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My husband and I had a great experience at Mariposario Montezuma Gardens. The staff was helpful and respectful. We were able to speak by email prior to arrival, which was reassuring. The best and most memorable part were breakfasts on the balcony. Hummingbirds and butterflies within your arms reach, funny white-faced monkey whom we liked to feed bananas, peaceful atmosphere and a nice breeze were a great compliment to the delicious meals and some great coffee we were served every morning. Our room was clean. We ended up using AC because it was somewhat hot and humid in our room on the second floor. The hotel is located in a peaceful, quiet place away from the loud Montezuma night life. You do have to walk uphill for a while to get there, which was a factor we had to consider when we were making plans for the day. We would try to plan our day so that we wouldn't have to walk back to the hotel more then twice a day. The walk soon became a welcome exercise, however, as we were doing some serious overeating every day (we had some of the best seafood in Montezuma).

Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple

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Welcome to Mariposario Montezuma Gardens, your Costa Rican bed and breakfast. Come visit our jungle-butterfly-garden by the sea. Once you arrive, your concept of time will vanish!...more less

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